Mole Burger

The Mole Burger is a low-carb delight that combines the rich, complex flavors of traditional Mexican mole sauce with a juicy beef patty, all served on a bed of fresh lettuce instead of a bun. This unique dish is perfect for satisfying cravings while keeping carbs in check.

Mole Burger
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
520 kcal

Ingredients

  • Ground beef - 300 grams
  • Mole sauce - 100 grams
  • Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
  • Lettuce leaves - 4 large
  • Cheddar cheese - 50 grams, shredded
  • Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
  • Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime - 1, cut into wedges
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into two equal-sized patties.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness.
  3. While the patties are cooking, warm the mole sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until heated through.
  4. Once the patties are cooked, top each with a generous spoonful of mole sauce and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Cover the skillet for a minute to melt the cheese.
  5. On a plate, lay down two large lettuce leaves for each burger as a base.
  6. Place the cheesy mole-covered patties on top of the lettuce. Add slices of avocado and a few rings of red onion.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 40 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

Tags

MexicanLow CarbBurger